BMW Mini Cooper R50 R53 2 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Astro Black Metallic - A25

The BMW Mini Cooper R50 R53 2 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Astro Black Metallic - A25 in Astro Black Metallic – A25 is an original body component designed for the rear of the vehicle, ideal for replacing a damaged lid or for professional vehicle restoration. Thanks to its factory origin from Mini, you maintain the correct body geometry, consistency of the paint with the manufacturer's palette, and a secure fit for the hinges, lock, and other rear assembly components. This is a practical solution for workshops, paint shops, and users who expect a proven, original tailgate instead of replacements of uncertain quality.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7139735-ASB2
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7139735
• Substitutable numbers: 41627139735, 7139735, 41627037435, 41007067826, 7037435, 7067826
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Astro Black Metallic - A25
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and fitment for Mini Cooper R50/R53

The offered tailgate is designed specifically for the Mini Cooper R50 and R53 generation models, intended for installation in the rear part of the body. This ensures the preservation of factory body lines, correct alignment with the bumper, taillights, and seals, as well as compatibility with the vehicle's original mounting hardware.

The component comes from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, which in practice means it is a structural body part that affects the proper closing of the luggage compartment, protection of the rear of the car, and the sealing of the interior against water and contaminants.

Astro Black Metallic – A25 color and installation benefits

The tailgate is factory-painted in the Astro Black Metallic – A25 shade, characteristic of Mini. For many users, this means the possibility of installation with a limited scope of paint work or skipping it entirely if the condition of the coating and the color match with the rest of the body are sufficient.

In practice, this translates into:

• reduced repair costs compared to a new, raw component,
• shorter service time in a workshop or body and paint shop,
• easier visual matching to the car's original configuration.

Characteristics of the used component

The tailgate is an original, used Mini part, which ensures factory construction, proper sheet metal thickness, and compliance with manufacturer standards. The used nature of the component means natural signs of wear typical for parts dismantled from vehicles, while maintaining full structural functionality, which is essential from the point of view of safety and proper installation.

Such a solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, where a combination of OEM quality and reasonable purchase cost is important, without the need to resort to cheaper replacements of unpredictable durability.

Application in body repairs and vehicle restoration

The tailgate in the Mini Cooper R50/R53 is responsible not only for aesthetics but also for the proper closing of the trunk, interaction with the lock and actuators, and sealing the rear part of the body. Replacing this component is recommended in case of:

• mechanical damage after a collision (dents, deformations, cracks),
• advanced corrosion around edges and mounts,
• problems with the lid geometry that make closing or adjustment difficult.

Using an original tailgate allows for restoring the correct body line, which facilitates subsequent gap adjustment, bumper fitting, and rear lighting component alignment.

Repair expansion – Mini Bumpers and reinforcements

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your Mini and need other components from the same group, such as reinforcements, beams, or additional covers, check out the available parts in the Mini Bumpers and reinforcements category.

Why it is worth choosing original used parts

Choosing original body components from dismantling is often an optimal compromise between cost and quality. Construction consistent with the manufacturer's design, correct mounting points, and factory surface finish make the installation process smoother, and the final result is closer to the manufacturer's service standards than in the case of many replacements.

If you want to learn more about the advantages of using original used parts in premium cars, it is worth reading the article Mercedes – comfort, prestige, and durability. Why is it worth choosing original used parts?, which describes practical arguments in favor of such a solution – largely applicable to other brands as well.